{"id":159170,"date":"2024-10-16T15:03:22","date_gmt":"2024-10-16T09:33:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/?p=159170"},"modified":"2025-12-29T15:21:21","modified_gmt":"2025-12-29T09:51:21","slug":"matric-design-past-papers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/matric-design-past-papers","title":{"rendered":"Improve Your Skills with the Matric Design Past Papers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The matric exams in South Africa allow students to pick from several creative and exciting elective subjects. Design is one of them. This course can benefit anyone considering pursuing a career in graphic design, architecture, or product design.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The subject covers the history and process of design and teaches students how design can help shape the cultural landscape. Due to the nature of the subject, students are graded on theory and practical skills, which are spread across two papers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We provide matric design past papers for students to practice and hone their skills for a high score during the matric exams.&nbsp;<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69bb2b5d28cfa\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69bb2b5d28cfa\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/matric-design-past-papers\/#NSC_Matric_Design_Past_Papers_and_Memos_2018_%E2%80%93_2024\" >NSC Matric Design Past Papers and Memos 2018 &#8211; 2024<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/matric-design-past-papers\/#Matric_Design_Past_Papers_November_with_Memos\" >Matric Design Past Papers November with Memos<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/matric-design-past-papers\/#Matric_Design_Past_Papers_MayJune_with_Memos\" >Matric Design Past Papers May\/June with Memos<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/matric-design-past-papers\/#How_to_Effectively_Use_Design_Matric_Past_Exam_Papers_for_Preparation\" >How to Effectively Use Design Matric Past Exam Papers for Preparation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/matric-design-past-papers\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/matric-design-past-papers\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NSC_Matric_Design_Past_Papers_and_Memos_2018_%E2%80%93_2024\"><\/span>NSC Matric Design Past Papers and Memos 2018 &#8211; 2024<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The design theory exam paper 1 will be three hours long and will take place on 27 November 2024. Paper 2 is the practical portion of the exam, and the questions are handed over to students a few months before the submission date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The matric design past papers in PDF format, which we are providing can be used to prepare for the theory exam. It could also be a source of inspiration and ideas for practical product development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the practical portion, students must submit a sourcebook that will make up 50% of paper 2. It will display the ideas, thought processes, and design elements used in the final product. The final product or design students submit for paper 2 also makes up 50%. While the sourcebook can be worked on at home, the final product must be completed under controlled settings in school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students are graded on criteria such as detailed planning, research, presentation, etc for the sourcebook. The production is graded on creativity, technique and use of design elements.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/lp\/matric-results?utm_source=matric_blog&amp;utm_medium=matric_banner&amp;utm_campaign=study_after_matric&amp;utm_content=matric-design-past-papers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"418\" src=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Explore-Degree-Programmes.jpg\" alt=\"what to study after matric in south africa\" class=\"wp-image-183381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Explore-Degree-Programmes.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Explore-Degree-Programmes-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Explore-Degree-Programmes-80x42.jpg 80w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Explore-Degree-Programmes-768x401.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Explore-Degree-Programmes-150x78.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Matric_Design_Past_Papers_November_with_Memos\"><\/span>Matric Design Past Papers November with Memos<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Students should use the design matric past papers from November to practice their theoretical knowledge of the subject. The theory paper covers the topics of design literacy, design history, and design in a sociocultural\/environment and sustainable context.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The table below consists of the matric design past papers&#8217; November links.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><strong>Year<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><strong>Design Question Papers<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><strong>Design Memos<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"2\">\n<p>2023<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Nov-2023-Design-Paper-1.pdf\">Design Paper 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Nov-2023-Design-Memo-1.pdf\">Design Memo 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Nov-2023-Design-Paper-2.pdf\">Design Paper 2<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p>Memo Unavailable<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>2022<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Nov-2022-Design-Paper-1.pdf\">Design Paper 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Nov-2022-Design-Memo-1.pdf\">Design Memo 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"2\">\n<p>2021<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Nov-2021-Design-Paper-1.pdf\">Design Paper 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p>Memo Unavailable<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Nov-2021-Design-Paper-2.pdf\">Design Paper 2<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p>Memo Unavailable<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"2\">\n<p>2020<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Nov-2020-Design-Paper-1.pdf\">Design Paper 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Nov-2020-Design-Memo-1.pdf\">Design Memo 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Nov-2020-Design-Paper-2.pdf\">Design Paper 2<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p>Memo Unavailable<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"2\">\n<p>2019<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/November-2019-Design-Paper-1-1.pdf\">Design Paper 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/November-2019-Memo-1.pdf\">Design Memo 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/November-2019-Design-Paper-2-1.pdf\">Design Paper 2<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p>Memo Unavailable<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"2\">\n<p>2018<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Nov-2018-Design-Paper-1.pdf\">Design Paper 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Nov-2018-Design-Memo-1.pdf\">Design Memo 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Nov-2018-Design-Paper-2.pdf\">Design Paper 2<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p>Memo Unavailable<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Matric_Design_Past_Papers_MayJune_with_Memos\"><\/span>Matric Design Past Papers May\/June with Memos<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The design matric question papers from May\/June only contain paper 1, since the practical portion of the exam is not included. This is because the May\/June matric exams are reserved for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/what-is-a-matric-rewrite-exam\">matric rewrites<\/a>. These exams are graded only on the exam portion and do not include any markings for assessments covered in school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the written papers from May\/June can be used by students as an additional practice source when preparing for the matric exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The table below contains the matric design past papers&#8217; May\/June links.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\">\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p><strong>Year<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><strong>Design Question Papers<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><strong>Design Memos<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>2024<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/May-June-2024-Design-Paper-1-1.pdf\">Design Paper 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p>Memo Unavailable<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>2023<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/May-June-2023-Design-Paper-1-1.pdf\">Design Paper 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/May-June-2023-Design-Memo-1-1.pdf\">Design Memo 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>2022<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/May-June-2022-Design-Paper-1-1.pdf\">Design Paper 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/May-June-2022-Design-P1-Memo-1.pdf\">Design Memo 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>2021<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/May-June-2021-Design-Paper-1-1.pdf\">Design Paper 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/May-June-2021-Design-Memo-1.pdf\">Design Memo 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>2019<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/May-June-2019-Design-Paper-1-1.pdf\">Design Paper 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/May-June-2019-Design-Memo-1-1.pdf\">Design Memo 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<p>2018<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/May-June-2018-Design-Paper-1-1.pdf\">Design Paper 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/May-June-2018-Design-Memo-1.pdf\">Design Memo 1<\/a><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lp.regenesys.net\/rls-bachelor-of-laws-llb?utm_source=llb_blog&amp;utm_medium=llb_banner&amp;utm_campaign=study_llb_online&amp;utm_content=matric-design-past-papers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"536\" src=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/LLB-2-webp-9-1024x536.webp\" alt=\"Study LLB Online in South Africa\" class=\"wp-image-180097\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/LLB-2-webp-9-1024x536.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/LLB-2-webp-9-300x157.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/LLB-2-webp-9-150x79.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/LLB-2-webp-9-768x402.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/LLB-2-webp-9.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Effectively_Use_Design_Matric_Past_Exam_Papers_for_Preparation\"><\/span>How to Effectively Use Design Matric Past Exam Papers for Preparation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once students have studied the theories and concepts of design, they should test themselves to check how much information they have retained. The matric design past papers and memos can help prepare students for the exams by helping them understand the types of questions that can be asked and the grading scheme.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It will also expose them to the various design elements students must interpret based on photographs, posters, and packaging. When students test themselves across topics, they gain an in-depth understanding of the concepts and are better prepared.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let us examine in detail some of the benefits of solving matric design past papers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Grasping the Structure of the Paper<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When students solve paper 1 of design they can better understand the format of the exam and the types of questions that the examiners could ask. Since students have already received paper 2, the past papers could be a source of inspiration in terms of colour or design styles used to create the final product. These are some additional benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Students are prepared for multiple essay-type questions with up to 10 marks per question.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They know the exam has a significant focus on South African design elements and designers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students understand that the majority of the papers are formatted in essay format. Therefore, they have practised managing their time while solving the design matric past papers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Develop a Study Schedule<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Students who pick design as an elective subject can work on their sourcebooks at home. These students need to create a timetable to dedicate themselves to working on the sourcebook and formulating the design for their final product. Other ways creating a schedule helps students include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dedicated time allotted to solving matric design past papers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Time for evaluating their answers based on the guidelines provided in the attached PDF memos.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Revise weak design concepts and learn how to structure better their answers for the high-scoring, 10-mark essay questions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/lp\/matric-results?utm_source=matric_blog&amp;utm_medium=matric_banner&amp;utm_campaign=study_after_matric&amp;utm_content=matric-design-past-papers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"418\" src=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Matric-Completed.jpg\" alt=\"what to study after matric in south africa\" class=\"wp-image-183379\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Matric-Completed.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Matric-Completed-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Matric-Completed-80x42.jpg 80w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Matric-Completed-768x401.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Matric-Completed-150x78.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understand Marking Guidelines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When students solve the design matric question papers from the November and May\/June exams, they are better prepared for the scores allotted for different exam sections. Other benefits include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Students study exam topics in depth and can relate them to various architectural and product designs for their high-scoring essay questions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They realise that most of the weightage is allotted for the essay questions, so they practise those in a timed setting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This helps them process their ideas and structure them into detailed essay format answers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prioritising Frequently Covered Topics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is easy to notice patterns in the matric design past papers when students begin solving them. This can help them predict the questions and topics that could appear on the 27 November 2024 paper. Additional benefits include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Students can dedicate time to recurring topics such as South African design elements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They are also aware that most of the questions are essay-based. Therefore, they can join a study group to develop additional questions for practice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students also need to understand the relationship between design and sustainability and be able to interlink the two based on process and development.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The design papers featured here are part of the Department of Basic Education&#8217;s past matric papers.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lp.regenesys.net\/study-rbs-bba?utm_source=bba_blog&amp;utm_medium=bba_banner&amp;utm_campaign=study_bba_online&amp;utm_content=matric-design-past-papers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"418\" src=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/BBA-1-webp-1-2.webp\" alt=\"Onlinw BBA in south africa\" class=\"wp-image-180101\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/BBA-1-webp-1-2.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/BBA-1-webp-1-2-300x157.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/BBA-1-webp-1-2-150x78.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/reginsights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/BBA-1-webp-1-2-768x401.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Design is a creative subject, however, to create meaningful designs that have an impact, students need to understand the history and concepts of design. For the practical portion of the design exam, students can seek inspiration from various elements. However, they need to practise their understanding of the theoretical knowledge to achieve a high score. Students can solve the matric design past papers we provided and check their responses from the attached memos. Both are available in PDF format for easy access.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/\">Regenesys\u2019<\/a> Reginsights page for more past matric papers you can download.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/bachelor-of-business-administration\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/master-of-business-administration\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Master of Business Administration (MBA)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/bachelor-of-laws\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Bachelor of Laws (LLB)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/doctor-of-business-management\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Doctor of Business Management (DBM)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/higher-certificate-in-public-management\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Higher Certificate in Public Management (HCPM)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/higher-certificate-in-business-management\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Higher Certificate in Business Management (HCBM)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/bachelor-of-public-management\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Bachelor of Public Management (BPM)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/master-of-public-management\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Master of Public Management (MPM)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/postgraduate-diploma-in-data-science\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Postgraduate Diploma in Data Science (PDDS)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/bachelor-of-science-in-computer-science\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Bachelor of Science in Computer Science<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/postgraduate-diploma-in-public-management\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Postgraduate Diploma in Public Management<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/postgraduate-diploma-in-digital-marketing\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Marketing<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/bachelor-of-commerce-in-banking-and-financial-services\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">BCom in Banking and Financial Services<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.regenesys.net\/bachelor-of-accounting-science\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Bachelor of Accounting Science (BCOMPT)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion  root-eb-accordion-5z4gu\"><div class=\"eb-parent-wrapper eb-parent-eb-accordion-5z4gu \"><div class=\"eb-accordion-container eb-accordion-5z4gu\" data-accordion-type=\"accordion\" data-tab-icon=\"fas fa-angle-right\" data-expanded-icon=\"fas fa-angle-down\" data-transition-duration=\"500\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-inner\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-y0je0 eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-5z4gu\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-5z4gu\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-5z4gu\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">How are students assessed in design?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-5z4gu\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<p>The final exam consists of two papers: Paper 1 focuses on theory, while Paper 2 is practical. Both components are graded equally, contributing to the final score.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-a4y3v eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-5z4gu\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-5z4gu\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-5z4gu\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">What topics are covered in the design theory exam?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-5z4gu\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<p>The theory paper covers design literacy, history, and the sociocultural\/environmental context of design.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-u2524 eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-5z4gu\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-5z4gu\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-5z4gu\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">What is included in the practical exam?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-5z4gu\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<p>The practical portion (Paper 2) requires students to submit a sourcebook and a final product, both of which are graded equally. The sourcebook showcases the design process and ideas and can be completed at home. The final product must be created in school.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-qj39p eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-5z4gu\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-5z4gu\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-5z4gu\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">Why are there no memos for paper 2 of the design exam?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-5z4gu\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<p>Since paper 2 is a practical exam, there are no memos available for the same. However, the question papers include some product examples. Students need to create a design or product other than the examples provided.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-essential-blocks-accordion-item eb-accordion-item-691gh eb-accordion-wrapper\" data-clickable=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-wrapper eb-accordion-title-wrapper-eb-accordion-5z4gu\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"eb-accordion-icon-wrapper eb-accordion-icon-wrapper-eb-accordion-5z4gu\"><span class=\"fas fa-angle-right eb-accordion-icon\"><\/span><\/span><div class=\"eb-accordion-title-content-wrap title-content-eb-accordion-5z4gu\"><h3 class=\"eb-accordion-title\">How can past papers help in exam preparation?<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-accordion-content-wrapper eb-accordion-content-wrapper-eb-accordion-5z4gu\"><div class=\"eb-accordion-content\">\n<p>Matric design past papers provide valuable practice, helping students familiarize themselves with the types of questions and the exam format, while also serving as inspiration for practical projects.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The matric exams in South Africa allow students to pick from several creative and exciting elective subjects. 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